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Friday, March 22, 2019

Thank You Letter

We are very proud as our shoes are officially being used by all contestants of Abang None Jakarta - Kepulauan Seribu 2019. 
Provocative Origin collections reveal Batik Betawi Gobang Heritage touch as we chose to embrace Betawi culture in this 2019. 
All collection will be available pre-ordered on our eStore www.miumosa.com/estore.

"A nation's culture resides in the hearts and in the soul of its people". Mahatma Gandhi

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Wednesday, March 20, 2019

Will Tokyo street style ever lose its magic touch? Not likely, if the stylish locals captured around the city at Fashion Week have anything to say about it. In fact, this season’s showgoers are dressing bolder, brighter, and displaying a wider sartorial range than ever before. See global trends like man heels and PVC peep-toe boots, reinterpreted through a distinctly Japanese point of view, or the beloved Margiela Tabi boot returning to the streets of Shibuya that inspired its make, as captured by Vogue’s intrepid photographer Kira. The phrase “Nothing changes” appeared on the back of one statement jacket. When it comes to Tokyo’s singular style, that’s a really good thing.

Friday, March 15, 2019

Think party shoes and a few options instantly come to mind: strappy heels, sequined pumps, or maybe a feathery flat. But allow Emily Ratajkowski to throw a new contender into the ring. Attending a private dinner at 15 Hudson Yards in New York City last night, the star stepped out in the season’s must-have: a colorful python boot.

Think party shoes and a few options instantly come to mind: strappy heels, sequined pumps, or maybe a feathery flat. But allow Emily Ratajkowski to throw a new contender into the ring. Attending a private dinner at 15 Hudson Yards in New York City last night, the star stepped out in the season’s must-have: a colorful python boot.

Friday, March 15, 2019

New couple alert! Channing Tatum and singer Jessie J made their first public outing together in London today, marking the beginning of yet another budding celebrity romance. (Can you keep up?) And what better way to mark a new link-up than with some analysis of their fashion. After all, with high profile duos such as J-Rod, Ciara and Russell Wilson, and Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin all repeatedly coordinating outfits for the paparazzi, the pressure for them to look good together at all times is well and truly on.

The two stars chose to match for their first appearance, though the coordination was hardly in your face. They hit the streets in two different yet complementary takes on the logo trend. Jessie J slung a monogrammed Louis Vuitton bag over her shoulder, styling it with a black bomber jacket, beige tracksuit, and runners, while her beau wore a Valentino-stamped T-shirt with the same amount of brand-name clout, though he concealed it under a checkered coat, and paired it with jeans, sneakers, and a Stüssy baseball cap.

Considering both stars come from a dance background—Jessie J is a true performer, Tatum played a dancer in films such as Magic Mike and Step Up—their love of athleisure seems a natural fit. And they clearly have a taste for luxury, too. So, could they be fashion’s latest It couple to watch? It will be interesting to see how their style develops. But, for now, it seems mixing high and low is the common thread.

Friday, March 15, 2019

Kota Tua Jakarta ("Jakarta Old Town"), officially known as Kota Tua,is a neighborhood comprising the original downtown area of Jakarta, Indonesia. It is also known as Oud Batavia (Dutch "Old Batavia"), Benedenstad (Dutch "Lower City", contrasting it with Weltevreden, de Bovenstad ("Upper City")), or Kota Lama (Indonesian "Old Town").

The site contains Dutch-style structure mostly dated from 17th century, when the port city served as the Asian headquarter of VOC during the heyday of spice trade. It spans 1.3 square kilometres within North Jakarta and West Jakarta (Kelurahan Pinangsia, Taman Sari and Kelurahan Roa Malaka, Tambora). The largely Chinese downtown area of Glodok is a part of Kota Tua.

Kota Tua is a remainder of Old Batavia, the first walled settlement of the Dutch in Jakarta area. It was an inner walled city with its own Castle. The area gained importance during the 17th-19th century when it was established as the de facto capital of the Dutch East indies. This inner walled city contrasted with the surrounding kampung (villages), orchards, and rice fields. Dubbed "The Jewel of Asia" in the 16th century by European sailors, the area was a center of commerce due to its strategic location within the spice trade industry in the archipelago.

Friday, March 15, 2019

Si Pitung (old spelling: Si Pitoeng) or Pitung is a 19th century bandit in Batavia, the Dutch East Indies (now Jakarta, Indonesia). His actions have created various legends about his biography, adventures and death.

Si Pitung was born in the village of Pengumben, a slum in Rawabelong, near Palmerah Station today. The son of the four couples, Bang Piung and Mbak Pinah  is real name Salihoen. According to oral history, the nickname "Si Pitung" comes from the Javanese phrase "pituan pitulung" which means "seven friends of help". As a child, Salihoen studied at Hadji Naipin boarding school, where he was taught to recite, trained in pencak silat, and was accustomed to always be aware of the surrounding conditions.

Basically there are three versions of the Si Pitung story circulating in the community, namely the Indonesian, Dutch and Chinese versions. Each version highlights Si Pitung's personal with its own assessment. The Pitung was praised as a hero in the Indonesian version, but was criticized as a villain in the Dutch version.

The story of Si Pitung is spoken by the people of Indonesia today and is part of the legend and Betawi cultural heritage in particular and Indonesia in general. The story of Si Pitung is sometimes spoken in the form of rancak (a kind of ballad), poetry, or Lenong story. In the version of Koesasi (1992), Si Pitung is portrayed as a popular Betawi figure, a pious Muslim, and an example in upholding social justice.

Friday, March 15, 2019

Betawi Dodol is a type of dodol typical of the Betawi tribe. Betawi dodol is brownish black with fewer flavors than dodol from other regions. Dodol Betawi taste only consists of white sticky rice, black sticky rice and durian. The process of making dodol betawi is very complicated. The raw material for making consisting of sticky rice, brown sugar, granulated sugar and coconut milk must be stored on the stove with firewood for 8 hours. Betawi Dodol is generally made as a special snack for parties, Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr or Eid al-Adha. More precious holidays, dodol betawi sold out. Because the manufacturing process is complicated, only a few experts make dodol betawi.

Located in Jakarta and surrounding areas which still produce dodol betawi, especially in Betawi community, such as in Condet, East Jakarta, Bogor and Bekasi. Besides Betawi residents, dodol betawi was also made by the Chinese community.

Wednesday, March 13, 2019

Thandie Newton regularly delights on the red carpet, but at last night’s premiere of Dumbo, she delivered a particularly special style moment. The Tim Burton film features the onscreen debut of Newton’s 14-year-old daughter, Nico Parker, and mother and child coordinated their looks to commemorate the occasion. Newton arrived at Los Angeles’ El Capitan Theater in a ruby fringed cocktail number from Oscar de la Renta and Parker sported a deep green Gucci minidress with an age-appropriate pink bow, in effect delivering dual perspectives on how to wear velvet.

Styled by Jason Bolden with Ippolita jewels and strappy sandals, Newton was flawless as always, but the night belonged to Parker, who made waves at her first major event as an actress. Her proud parents looked on as she stepped into the spotlight, and so Parker began her Hollywood career on a high note.